WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will report to the Engineering Manager at Geographies & Marketplace Experiences - India Technology Center, who will support your growth and career development. Working within a collaborative team of backend engineers, you will contribute directly to building powerful, high-performance backend systems that support Nike’s digital and in-store platforms. You’ll work closely with a Lead Engineer for technical guidance and design insights while also sharing your skills and expertise to help shape the team’s long-term strategy.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As a Software Engineer 2 – Backend Developer, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on building robust backend solutions. You’ll be responsible for designing and developing high-performance backend systems that power Nike’s consumer applications. The ideal candidate has a solid background in backend development, with expertise in building scalable, efficient systems in a cloud environment. You are passionate about writing quality code and collaborating with cross-functional teams to build powerful backend solutions that support seamless consumer experiences.
Key Qualifications:
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3-6 years of experience in backend software development.
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Proficiency in backend technologies such as Java, Python, or similar.
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Experience in designing and implementing microservices and building RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL services.
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Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
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Expertise in both relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
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Understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and experience with testing tools like JUnit, Jest, or Mocha.
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Experience in building and managing CI/CD pipelines and version control with Git.
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Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.
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Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for delivering high-quality backend solutions.
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
The following would be nice-to-have:
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Experience in eCommerce, logistics, or supply chain applications
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Experience with serverless architecture (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions) for developing cost-effective, scalable solutions.
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Exposure to observability tools like Splunk, SignalFx, or New Relic
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As a Software Engineer 2 in the GaME organization, you’ll help deliver exceptional backend solutions that power Nike’s global consumer experiences. Your contributions will ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of systems across digital and in-store platforms.
In this role:
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You will design and develop backend services that power scalable, high-performance applications.
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You will work on building and optimizing microservices and APIs to ensure the stability and scalability of our backend systems.
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You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define and implement features that enhance backend capabilities and improve performance.
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You will participate in peer code reviews, sharing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain high-quality backend code standards.
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You will continuously explore and implement new backend technologies and best practices to improve team processes and platform capabilities.
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You will support and contribute to the team's agile practices, driving continuous improvement in backend solutions.
